Points - Billiard Term Definition

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Definition of Points

Points is a billiards term that is a part of Pool Cue Terminology.

The ornamentation on a cue, between the wrap and the joint, is often made by inlaying exotic materials into the wood so the inlays form points. The value of a cue is often based on the number points.

See: inlay, computerized numerical control, cnc for more on the meaning of "Points".

Points - Usage

That cue has a ton of points, and is probably worth a fortune.

Billiards - Points

Title: Points
Author: billiardsforum (Billiards Forum)
Published: 3/13/2006
Last Updated: 10/24/2007 9:49:46 AM
Last Updated By: billiardsforum

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